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Reviews of Funny Riverside Backpackers

Utopia bar, Ban Aphay, 10000 Luang Prabang, Laos

#69 of 169 hotels in Luang Prabang

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 331 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    10
    Excellent hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 13 nights

    The top bunk's light shone directly down into my bottom bunk too (it's not one of the kinds where you can change the angle), so I got a few surprise wake-ups in the middle of the night.

    Banana pancakes were delicious, staff was kind and friendly, and beds were spacious and comfortable. The common area is also quite large so there's plenty of room to be as social or not as you like. All in all an excellent spot, especially for lowkey or longer-stay travelers.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Facilities like water pipes and AC are old sometimes don't work well.

    Location and big public space

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great social but not party hostel in the centre of Luang Prabang. The common area is huge with plenty of seating to socialise, play cards or simply enjoy the view of the river. Beds were comfortable with a shelf, reading light and plug socket.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    8.0
    For low key travellers a fairly priced stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    At the pool was constantly a bad smell. Also was it quite noisy. The shared bathroom was very dirty (even when not yet used). There were cockroaches in the bathroom.

    Nice location and great for networking and meeting other travellers. The breakfast was also great.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2025

    10
    Lovely staff. Nice pool. Air con. Nice free breakfast. Free water. Nice clean rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely staff. Nice pool. Air con. Nice free breakfast. Free water. Nice clean rooms.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2025

    7.0
    Innon Rivkin -Solo Travler
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though i spent many nights there, I couldn't get a good sleep there. It was so hot and they closed the ac at 8 am.

    I really liked the stuff, and the place is awesome. It's attracts good people

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    9.0
    Amazing and wholesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The air con in the rooms wasn’t the best and was hard to control the temperature.

    The rooms were so lovely and clean and spacious. I especially liked that the loo and showers were in separate rooms and the sink was situated within the room meaning they were always pretty accessible. The location of the hostel was amazing with a fabulous view of the river along with the cutest little puppies ever to keep is company. The free breakfast was fab with a large outdoor seating area! I would 100% recommend this hostel to anyone planning on travelling to Luang Prabang ⭐️

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    8.0
    Great social hostel tucked away in the centre of Luang Prabang.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There wasn't always water available and overnight in the 12 bed dorm was hot despite air conditioning. Minor complaints overall and would stay there again.

    Great, well looked after hostel in a good location with a great outlook over the river. It is tucked away making it a quiet spot where you can mingle with other travellers comfortably. Great breakfast included, clean facilities and a very convenient location for a short stay in Luang Prabang.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent hostel. Socially it's fantastic because there's a big common area to hang out in and the facilities are really good - there's a swimming pool, pool table, and a big terrace with a riverside view. The dorm rooms are pretty good with comfy beds and a decent bathroom. A good breakfast is included, and there are a few dishes (mainly featuring eggs) to choose from that are cooked to order. There are loads of reasonably priced tours and transport options that you can book at reception, and the main guy is really helpful. My only complaint was that the (albeit cute) dogs tended to use the toilet on the cushions in the common area, which wasn't great. I still really recommend the place though.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful and super-affordable stay at the centre of Luang Prabang
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The sunken pool is nothing impressive but good for refreshing swims. I wouldn't ask for more at this fantastic price. The air-con was freezing at night, but I did love that during the day the window and door were often open and let in a lovely breeze.

    This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in! The pictures don't do the scenery justice. The river setting is simply breathtaking! It's so easy to flow around the hostel, the rooms are spacious, so are the common spaces. It's very handy having a separate shower and toilet per room. The staff was very helpful and kept everything super-clean. Amazing choice of free breakfast every morning, and free water, coffee and tea. The area around the hostel is simply wonderful, with lots of shops and cafes and walking distance from everything. The WiFi was good to work with. I loved the dogs at the property, too. And the price for all this? excellent!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2025

    7.0
    Hmmm please check other property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    location in an alley, the room is smaller for 6 beds, and it quite popular so bit noisy.

    it is facing the river.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lots of little puppies around the common area which is cute but the whole place had a strong smell of urine. I saw them pee several times on the on floor seating with no one coming to clean after them with it just been left for others to sit on later.

    Great location by the river, good clean comfortable room and a nice little pool

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    10
    Great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Good location and good breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great atmosphere, social but not party, good pool and decent breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2025

    9.0
    Nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel is really nice, comfortable bed, clean bathroom, and nice breakfast. The view is very nice!! And easy to meet people!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    10
    Beautiful riverside views with swimming pool and large social area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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    The location is a few minutes walk away from all local amenities which is convenient. There is a swimming pool where you can relax and socialise. The social area is popular and a great way to meet fellow travellers. The free breakfast is fantastic and they serve fruit smoothies daily. The hostel receptionist was lovely and helpful providing tips on local attractions and activities. I appreciated his service and hospitality.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2025

    10
    Reccomend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really lovely hostel, everything was clean and fab! The staff were also lovely

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The air con is on a timer to avoid it being left on when everyone is out during the day, which is great in theory but it only turns on at 8pm so the room hadn’t cooled down before people started going to bed, having it turn on at 6 or so and turn off earlier in the morning would be much more useful, especially as the bedding provided is thick blankets!

    Good location with some restaurants/cafes and shops nearby, short walk into the main town. Common area has great views over the river with plenty of comfortable places to hang out. Good free breakfast. Room was basic but good value for money, beds comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    7.0
    Social, comfy beds and nice staff. Great breakfast! Unfortunately had power blackouts but they didn’t last long?
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Showers in the room felt a bit antisocial like you were going to wake everyone up (and didn’t lock) but the big communal shower area was good, was clean and had loads of cubicles so never had to wait. There was also a few power black outs when I was there? The lights and water went (and air con!!). None of them lasted more than 15 minutes though. Also puppies were super cute but not sure if they were mentioned on the website, if you are allergic or scared etc.

    Great social vibe easy to talk to people, and the communal breakfast area meant a lot of people chatted with everyone. Beds were comfy, and the location is right in the middle of town. Staff were great, helpful for booking anything if you wanted stuff to do or transport to the next place. Free breakfast was amazing they had a whole menu!!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Everything. Staff were helpful and accommodating - when I rejected a scooter for poor tyres and brakes they had a replacement in minutes. It's just a shame they tried to hire out a poor scooter in the first place - then again, they're a hostel and not a bike dealership.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were really clean but the terrace wasn't always clean bc of the puppies walking around (but the puppies were really cute!)

    Very comfy beds with curtains. They also had plenty of toilets + showers

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent customer service, beautiful location, and really cute dogs.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    9.0
    great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no activities for the guests

    Great outdoor area. Easy to meet people but also good to enjoy some privacy! Breakfast was great and vibes were amazing

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great rooms, great breakfast, big riverside terrace with pool, very social. A little longer distance to the center than expected/stated.

    Stayed in March 2025

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